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Hey there! Amaury here, and I've just finished recording an exciting new episode titled "How to Lead & Grow a STARTUP Team." In this one, I'm going to share some of my most valuable insights and experiences as a founder and CEO, giving you practical strategies for managing and growing a technical team in your startup. First off, I dive into the crucial concept of creating a safe environment where individuals and teams feel secure and confident. We'll explore the importance of trust, transparency, and open communication. As a leader, it's essential to lead by example, be authentic, and encourage your team to freely express their opinions and challenge the status quo. Building trust is a fundamental pillar for success, and I'll show you how vulnerability plays a key role in fostering trust within your team. We'll discuss the power of admitting when you don't know something and how it encourages your team members to do the same. By creating a culture of trust, you'll unlock the potential for constructive feedback and achieve incredible goals together. But that's not all! I'll also share some valuable resources with you. I highly recommend two books that have had a significant impact on my leadership journey: "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team" by Patrick Lencioni and "Radical Candor" by Kim Scott. These books will provide you with effective methodologies for building trust, fostering open communication, and developing empathy within your team. We'll also touch on the importance of accountability and goal sharing. As a leader, you need to set ambitious goals and share them with your team, fostering a sense of support and accountability. You'll discover how empowering your team and encouraging quick decision-making and adaptability are crucial for the growth of your startup. So, if you're a startup founder, CTO, or even a non-technical entrepreneur looking to lead and grow a successful team, this YouTube video is for you. Join me as I share my experiences, insights, and practical strategies that will empower you to create a thriving startup team. And hey, if you have any questions or suggestions for future topics, I'd love to hear from you! Thanks for tuning in, and don't forget to check out my other episodes for more valuable content. Let's take our startup teams to new heights together! ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co You can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episodes are also available as a podcast on: https://myctofriend.co/podcast

Hey there, it's Henry from MyCTOfriend, back with another exciting episode! Today, we're diving into the world of focus groups and how they can take your startup product to the next level. So, grab your headphones and let's get into it! Ever wondered how some startup products seem to hit the mark with their customers right from the start? Well, it's all about understanding your target audience and their needs. And that's where focus groups come in. These magical gatherings of early clients who are eager to help and give back can provide invaluable insights that can shape the future of your product. In this episode, I'll be sharing my own experiences organizing a focus group and the agenda we followed during our meeting. We'll talk about the challenges of gathering feedback from clients who may not always know what they need, and how to overcome that hurdle. But it doesn't stop there! Focus groups also allow you to understand how clients use your product and what features they find most useful. By establishing a strong relationship with your clients and involving them in the development process, you can gather brilliant ideas for new features and improvements. I'll also be discussing the importance of recording focus group meetings. Not only does this allow you to analyze client language and dive deeper into their feedback, but it also helps you gather insights on pricing, sales funnels, website design, and other aspects of your startup. Now, I'm not claiming to be the best CTO in the world, but I've learned a thing or two about focus groups and how they can make a real difference. So, if you're a startup founder looking to take your product to the next level, this episode is a must-listen! Don't forget to engage with me in the comments on YouTube or Instagram. I love hearing your suggestions and answering your burning questions. And stay tuned for more exciting episodes coming your way. Until then, keep hustling and innovating! [Call to action: Check out other episodes of MyCTOfriend for more valuable insights and tips for startups!] ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co You can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episodes are also available as a podcast on: https://myctofriend.co/podcast

Today I'm trying a new format for our channel, a Startup Launch instead of a Startup Snack ;-) I'm inviting today Carlana, CEO and founder at https://ooldie.com to share with us her story. She came up with a great startup idea few years ago, building a matching platform for old person could find the care givers based on their specific needs. Thanks again Carlana for sharing your story with us ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co You can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episodes are also available as a podcast on: https://myctofriend.co/podcast

There is no such thing as a completely secret strategy. In today's video I'll show you a strategy to stay under the competition's radar for a while. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co You can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess 

I have been working on a second startup for a while now, a SaaS startup which provide automatic video and podcast editing. Today, I am sharing my process, the steps I have taken, and those that are currently in progress and upcoming. https://marketingautomationninja.com/   ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co You can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess 

Today we are going to talk about the growth phase of startups, especially when you go from 10 to 25 employees in a few months. This is one of the missions I just finished with the startup Telaqua. I'm back today to show you the challenges we had, the different steps we went through and how I was able to contribute to the development of this project in good conditions. ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Sometimes startups find themselves blocked by agencies or developers. Most of the time it's not because they have bad intentions, but it's simply because you haven't set the right framework. In today's video we'll look at how to establish a healthy, effective and risk-free framework for a good relationship between your startup and your development teams ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

When launching a startup we don’t just need a good product, we also need a backoffice to manage our transactions and get statistics on our activities. Today I’m going to show you how it might be possible to use no code technologies to potentially develop these features ------------------- Video on the limits of no-code: https://youtu.be/DoufPyam_nY  If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess  These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ 

The new year is here and we have big plans for 2023! To start the year off right, we’ve packages 2 courses as well as a 1:1 coaching session, directly with Amaury. This offer is time limited, so it might be the right time for you to take action and get the support you need to succeed with your project. Improving your skills and receiving coaching is crucial for the success of your business. If you’re unable to afford traditional coaching at this time, don’t worry - our adaptive coaching platform will soon be here to help. Using adaptive technology, we’ll guide you through customized videos and tutorials that are tailored to your specific project. Every startup is unique, so with our adaptive coaching, we’ll work with you to define the next steps for building your startup and help you achieve your goals. Ready to take action? Check out our packages here: https://www.myctofriend.co/packages ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Failure is normal, you should not let yourself become demotivated. But it is important to know how to question yourself and to know the difference between perseverance and obstinacy. In this video I share with you the answer of one of my mentors who helped me to succeed in my current project ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

Building a startup with a 9-5 job it hard, almost impossible from my point of view… But jumping off the Cliff is also not the right things to do if you are not prepared ! Today, I’ll share my own experience and what I’ve seen after working with hundreds of startup founders… ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ

It's the end of the year and you probably have lots of good ideas to develop or to launch your startup project next year. What about having an informal chat about what you are up to with other founders and I ? We are all very busy, but this christmas time is certainly a good time to step back and take some time to just hang out with like-minded founders. So I invite you to meet on the 21st December at 3pm (London), 10am ET, 7am PT. Prepare your favorite christmas beverage and join us to share your upcoming challenges. I’ll be glad to share some feedback and advice on how to move forward with your project. I hope you’ll be able to make it… https://myctofriend.co/liveinvitation   ---------------------- If you want to know more about us and our program, visit: https://myctofriend.co And you can also get our FREE course: "How to build a startup without a CTO or tech co-founder" on https://myctofriend.co/htbasaccess These episode are also available as video on YouTube on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4okmGyBXKs-hJ_Lp3Ga_QQ